Residential Electrical Upgrades in Pittsburgh

Panels, service, rewiring and grounding for Pittsburgh homes that need more power and less worry. Permits and Duquesne Light handled for you.

Electrical Upgrades Sized to How You Live Now

Most Pittsburgh houses were wired for a few lamps and a radio. Today the same wiring feeds central air, a full kitchen, home offices and maybe an electric car. When the panel is full, breakers trip, or you still have fuses and two prong outlets, it's time for an upgrade.

Renaissance Electric has done residential electrical upgrades in Pittsburgh since 1997. We look at the whole system first, then recommend only what your house needs. We pull the permit, schedule Duquesne Light when the power has to come off, and stay through the inspection. Work is backed by our lifetime workmanship warranty. Not sure where to start? Book a free estimate.

Three round GE smart electric meters mounted in sockets on the yellow clapboard siding of a house.

Electrical Upgrades for Pittsburgh Homes

Panel Upgrades and New Circuits

Replace a full, failing or flagged breaker box and add the circuits your kitchen, AC or shop actually needs.

Service Upgrades

Move from 100 to 200 amp service with a new meter base and service line, coordinated with Duquesne Light.

Rewiring

Partial or whole house rewiring to replace knob and tube, cloth wire and tired circuits, opened and patched with care.

EV Charger Installation

A Level 2 charger on its own circuit, with a load check so your panel can handle it.

Whole Home Surge Protection

Protect your new panel and everything plugged into it with a surge device installed right at the breaker box.

Grounding for Old Homes

Add a proper ground so three prong outlets are actually safe, not just a new face on old wiring.

Why Pittsburgh Homeowners Call Renaissance

Since 1997

Upgrading Pittsburgh panels and service for more than two decades.

PA-032900

Licensed, registered with Pennsylvania and fully insured.

Backed for Life

Our lifetime workmanship warranty covers every installation.

Duquesne Light Handled

We pull permits, schedule the utility and meet the inspector.

Screened Technicians

Every tech is background checked and drug tested monthly.

Quality Materials

We source materials direct from manufacturers.

Pittsburgh Homeowners on Their Upgrades

Panel and service upgrade reviews, straight from Google.

This is easily the best electric services company in Pittsburgh!!! Eric is an outstanding expert in the company, he explained how I needed to move my electric meter to the outside of my home and that my electric panel was outdated and needed to be replaced. Moving a meter and replacing an electric panel is a lot of work and the electricians from the company finished the whole job in one appointment! The electricians were very friendly and cleaned up everything after they were finished with the job, I only have great praise for this company and their employees!!! I will recommend Renaissance Electric & Power Systems to all my family and friends!!!

Andrew B.

Eric was the professional who handled the electric panel upgrade I needed. He also installed a new 3A line with an outlet. He was also very pleasant to talk to and answered all of my questions with professionalism and curtesy. I am sure I have found my go-to electrician for all my future needs. Thank you!

Vladimir M.

Renaissance Electric, Eric David. We can’t express enough how extremely pleased we are with work Eric and team just completed in our home. Our breaker box was severely outdated and was in need of replacement. The team was on time, professional, and efficient, completing the work on time as promised. Lastly, it’s important to note that they used top of industry components. If you have a need for any type or electrical work, you need to contact Renaissance!

Cj P.

Eric and Adam were went above and beyond to repair our issue with a downed mast + cable. Was very responsive and made sure an inspector got out to see the repairs were done that day. Would recommend and saved us from spending the night in the dark.

Paul D.

Residential Electrical Upgrades FAQ

How do I know my home needs an upgrade?

Breakers that trip often, lights that dim when the AC starts, a fuse box, warm or buzzing panels, and no room for new circuits are the common signs. See our panel upgrade page for more.

What's the difference between a panel upgrade and a service upgrade?

A panel upgrade replaces the breaker box. A service upgrade increases the power coming into the house, usually 100 to 200 amp, and often includes the meter base and service line.

Do I need a permit?

Yes, panel, service and rewiring work needs an electrical permit. We pull it with the City of Pittsburgh or your township and are there for the inspection.

Will my power be off?

For panel and service work, usually for part of a day. We schedule any Duquesne Light disconnect ahead so you know when.

Can I add an EV charger without upgrading?

Sometimes. We do a load check first. Many homes can add an EV charger on the existing service.

How is the cost figured?

By the amp rating, the condition of the existing wiring, and any utility work. Every job starts with a free estimate.

Plan Your Electrical Upgrade

Tell us what's tripping, flickering or missing and we'll come take a look. Free estimate, no pressure.

Why Renaissance

Licensed & insured PA, Registration #PA-032900

Serving Pittsburgh since 1997, 28+ years

5-star rated on Google

EV charger certified installers

Residential and light commercial

Up-front pricing, no hidden fees

Power out or something burning? Call us any time. We offer 24 hour emergency service, 7 days a week.

Request Your Free Estimate

Prefer to talk? Call 1-888-681-WIRE, answered during business hours.

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